Fibromyalgia Definition
Fibromyalgia is a condition that is set apart by musculoskeletal pain throughout the body, which is often accompanied by exhaustion, sleep, memory, and mood problems. Scientists consider that fibromyalgia is actually intensifying the feeling of pain, as it alters the brain and spinal cord's way of processing both painful and non-painful signals.
Fibromyalgia could occur after a significant event, which has led to a physical trauma: after a surgery or an infection, for example, or due to a psychological condition, even stress. Sometimes, the symptoms might increase in time slowly, without evidence of a provoking event.
Studies show that fibromyalgia is more common among women than men.